Method and apparatus for estimation of Six Sigma performance

Abstract

A system is provided for modeling and simulating a Six Sigma implementation. The system uses a process in which individuals in a Six Sigma initiative are the entities of the processes. The activities in the model correspond to the steps in implementing a Six Sigma initiative. Data is collected and outputted for review of performance.

1 . A system for simulating implementation of a Six Sigma initiative, comprising: 
 a plurality of processes, each process including a corresponding plurality of activities, wherein each process corresponds to a role in the Six Sigma initiative;    a plurality of entities corresponding to each of the plurality of processes; and    means for moving the entities through the plurality of activities in accordance with the corresponding process.